Q. I am interested in employment opportunities in the confectionery and related industries. Does PMCA post job openings within these industries?A. While no such vehicle currently exists, PMCA hopes to implement a Career Center on its web site in the future. In the interim, you may feel free to forward your resume and area of interest to the PMCA administrative offices. The staff will then see if they have any possible matches on file from employers or recruiters looking for candidates.

Q: I own a candy shop and am buying chocolates from overseas. We’d like to make our own chocolates in-house. I am looking for someone to guide me through the process from what equipment I need, where to get it, how to set the operation up – basically what it takes & what it will cost. Can you put me in touch with consultants who can help me with this?A: PMCA does not currently have a comprehensive list; however, we would like to include a list of industry consultants, listed by area of expertise, as part of the Resources page on this web site. In the meantime, feel free to contact PMCA’s administrative offices with your request (an e-mail link can be found on the CONTACT US page of this site) and we will do our best to provide contact information from our member directory.

Q. I’m looking for the originator of a particular candy that I haven’t seen on the market in my region for awhile. Can you help me?A. PMCA will gladly do what it can to assist its members. Contact the PMCA offices with your specific request and your contact information and we will do our best to utilize our network of members to assist you in finding the information you are looking for.

Q. My company is not currently a PMCA member but would like to know if we can still exhibit at the annual Production Conference.A. Non-member companies are welcome to attend the conference; however, only member companies may exhibit. All exhibitor information can be found by following the PRODUCTION CONFERENCE link in the above navigation bar. You may also want to take advantage of submitting a profile of your company for use by the trade press. This will maximize your benefits as an exhibitor.

Q. I am currently involved in post-graduate research and wondered if you provide research assistance on topics related to the confectionery industry.A. PMCA maintains an extensive research library which is accessible through our web site. You can search the library database and conference proceedings. If you are unable to find what you are looking for you may e-mail a specific request using the e-mail address on the CONTACT US page of this site. Additionally, you may wish to click on INDUSTRY LINKS on the above navigation bar. Note that if you are not currently a member of PMCA, you will need to contact us to request guest access to the on-line library.

Q. I am looking for books on the history of chocolate. Does PMCA have anything in its library that may help?A: We have several volumes in our library covering a wide range of general research topics (as well as technical information). If you are unable to find what you are looking for in this site’s on-line library you may e-mail a specific request using the e-mail link on the CONTACT US page of this site. Note that if you are not currently a member of PMCA, you will need to contact us to request guest access to the on-line library.

Q. I am currently a student and hope to work in the confectionery industry after graduation. How beneficial will attending the annual Production Conference be for me?A: Our annual conference will likely be of great benefit to you. The event attracts nearly 900 attendees from around the world. Attendees represent manufacturers, suppliers, educators, other students, government personnel, and members of the confectionery industry press. The technical sessions provide research information worthy of publication in the top industry periodicals. In short, you will be able to meet industry personnel, get a feel for the broad range of opportunities available in the industry and increase your technical knowledge.

Q: I would like to know how I can arrange a tour of a candy manufacturer near me.A: While some manufacturers provide public tours, others do not. Please CONTACT US to request information on the specific manufacturer and include the number of persons to be included in the tour and the purpose of the tour (i.e. recreation, education, etc.) as well as when you would like to take the tour. We will contact you with the information.